Idoles (en. Idols)

/i.dol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Object of worship in a religion.

The idols of ancient religions were often sculpted from stone.

Les idoles de la religion antiques étaient souvent sculptées dans la pierre.

A person admired to the point of being considered a role model or a hero.

Pop idols have a huge influence on youth culture.

Les idoles de la pop ont une influence énorme sur la culture des jeunes.

Physical representation of a deity.

Idols were often placed in temples.

Les idoles étaient souvent placées dans des temples.

From Latin 'idolum', which means image or appearance.

Music idol

An artist or musician who is greatly admired.

idole de la musique

To have idols

To have people whom one deeply admires.

avoir des idoles

To be seen as an idol

To be regarded as a role model by others.

faire figure d'idole

Worship

Action of paying homage to a deity or an admired person.

adoration

Veneration

Deep respect for a figure considered sacred or admirable.

vénération

Icon

Image or symbol representing a person or an admired idea.

icône

A highly admired celebrity, often in the field of music.

This singer is a true idol for her fans.

Cette chanteuse est une vraie idole pour ses fans.

A very influential person in a certain group.

This blogger has become the idol of youth on the Internet.

Ce blogueur est devenu l'idole des jeunes sur Internet.